We were so happy when Vivian and Robert asked us to come with them to Glen Arbor, MI to help them celebrate this amazing wedding weekend. We had the pleasure of filming Robert’s sister’s wedding last fall and this family is so very special! It was an amazing weekend and we loved exploring MI with these guys! Not to mention the most amazing groom reaction to his beautiful bride coming down the isle EVER. Here is a super sweet little peek!

It is no secret that I adore the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. This goes WAY back to my childhood taking classes in the summer and then continued as I completed my Master’s Thesis for Art Museum Education from KU working closely with the education department at the Nelson. I always figured I would somehow do work at this beautiful space, and although it has turned out to be a little bit different than I had imagined when I was studying for my Masters Degree, I really DO get to work in this beautiful space every year! What an amazing place to have a wedding. Kali and Adam love this iconic Kansas City space too and when they contacted me to film their wedding here I was beyond thrilled to help them. They were one of the first couples to have their wedding ceremony on the grounds of the Nelson and it was perfect! The reception in this beautiful space was stunning and their guests had a wonderful time!

Here is a little highlight featuring this amazing space and this sweet couple. Make sure you check out the interview below from the Event Planning Team over at the museum! This wedding is featured in the Summer 2017 issue of The Knot – so you will have to check that out on your newsstand.

Tell us a little bit about the Nelson-Atkins.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art opened to the public on December 11, 1933. Located east of the plaza, the museum is known for its neoclassical architecture. The Nelson-Atkins was voted best U.S. Museum, based on Yelp Reviews. For a further description, come visit the museum as it is free to the public!
What do your brides and grooms love about your venue?
Striking architecture and impressive works of art from around the world create a unique and remarkable setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Dramatic and flexible spaces are transformed to reflect your style and vision, creating a memorable celebration.
What makes your venue unique?
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is unique because attendees have the opportunity to view priceless artwork while attending your wedding. Brides and grooms often choose to have galleries surrounding the event space open during their cocktail hour.
How does the service and experience that your clients have at your venue make it amazing?
The museum prides itself on executing world class events with world class staff. Rozzelle Court Restaurant is the exclusive caterer and serves artful cuisine worthy of its glorious setting.

When Kindra approached me to shoot this styled shoot in a new venue and vineyard in Kansas City I jumped on the opportunity. Bourgmont Vineyard is beautiful and will be even more stunning once the grapes begin to mature. They offer a beautiful and spacious home for the family to get ready in and the renovated stable is stunning and can hold 350. There is a lovely pond and gardens for an outdoor ceremony and I could just imagine a sweet couple saying their vows on this sprawling estate. It was raining the day of the shoot, but we had a break in the weather long enough to get some great shots outside!Make sure you check out May’s issue of Johnson County Lifestyle Magazine. They featured Kindra and her amazing work with Simple Elegance and a rockstar team of KC professionals!

Jillian and Brent had the most romantic Spring wedding in Kansas City that I have had the honor to preserve. The blooming trees at Loose Park, the stunning ceremony at the newly renovated Brass on Baltimore and that sweet puppy Sadie. I don’t think we could have had a sweeter day. So hard to just make this sneak peek film, I can hardly wait for their feature film!

I think having a wedding at your own home is the most perfect thing in the world. No matter what really. But when you have a little grove of beautiful trees, and dogs and horses and feathers? Perfection has been perfected. Maggie and Ben had the most magical of days with so many dear family and friends by their sides. What an amazing way to start a new family.